2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 2001 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |