2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1993 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
