2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |