2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Mondeo | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |