2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 1 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 350 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Blackhawk | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2620 mm |
