2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 11 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mondeo | Orlando |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |