2004 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2004 Ford Focus and 2005 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,753 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 239 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 2005 Ford Mondeo
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Mondeo
Year Released 2004 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 1753 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 198 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1195 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 59 L


 

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