2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 452 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. 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 (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
