2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 515 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Ranger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |