2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |