2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 85 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (180 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 59 L |
