2000 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Vectra | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vectra | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
