2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Opel Tigra.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra. 2004 Opel Tigra 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. 2004 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
