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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |