1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |