2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
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 (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |