2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
