2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
