2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |