2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 46 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |