2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mondeo | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |