2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
