2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 677 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondeo | G |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 96 L |