2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe 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 (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mondeo | Vibe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |