2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |