2004 Audi A2 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 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
