2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
