2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
