2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |