2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
