2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 437 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Mondeo Frontera
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1383 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm