2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2002 Opel Concept M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Concept M (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M.
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, 2002 Opel Concept M (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Concept M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Concept M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
