2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 547 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 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
