2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 1,795 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
