2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2007 Ford Mondeo
Make Citroen Ford
Model C5 Mondeo
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.6:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 222 km/hour 232 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1651 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 59 L