2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 499 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |