2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 521 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |