2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 756 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
