2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |