2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 502 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Fiesta 2005 Ford Mondeo
Make Ford Ford
Model Fiesta Mondeo
Year Released 2001 2005
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 976 kg 1478 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 58 L


 

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