2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 591 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 Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Mondeo Viano
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 202 km/hour 191 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1469 kg 2060 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 75 L


 

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