1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 215 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 167 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 | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1275 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
