2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
