2000 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 278 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |