2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Tata E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Tata E 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 Tata E. 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 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Tata E | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mondeo | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |