2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
