2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Citroen C4

To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Mondeo 2010 Citroen C4
Make Ford Citroen
Model Mondeo C4
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1749 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 215 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 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 1383 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 60 L


 

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