2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 629 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mondeo | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |