2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 259 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C5 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |