2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 353 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
