2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |