2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
