2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Ford Model U
To start off, both 2003 Ford Mondeo and 2003 Ford Model U were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2003 Ford Model U is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U 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, 2003 Ford Model U (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Model U will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2003 Ford Model U has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Model U will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Ford Model U | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Model U |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |