2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mondeo 2007 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Mondeo Passat
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 213 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 9.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1478 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 70 L


 

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