2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondeo | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |