2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2004 Ford Fusion and 2004 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 239 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fusion | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fusion | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |