2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 4 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic.
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, 2005 Renault Scenic (203 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
