2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 183 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate 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 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
