2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 222 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |