2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 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 C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 2002 Ford Mondeo
Make Citroen Ford
Model C5 Mondeo
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 1283 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 53 L


 

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