2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 1 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (180 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
