2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |