2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
