2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cavalier | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |