2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |