2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
