2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
