2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 599 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |