2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 138 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 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 Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
