2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |