2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1991 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C5 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
