2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (220 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Fox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |