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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 706 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 | 1798 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 172 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |