2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
