2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 31 kg more than 2011 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.1 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 | 1607 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
