2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
