2002 Citroen C8 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 C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
