2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 8 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), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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 (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
