2004 Acura EL vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Acura EL.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | EL | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
