2000 Ferrari 550 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 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
