2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
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 Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |