2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2004 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 80 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.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
