2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |