2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 2001 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 148 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
