2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 403 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |