2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 7 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | i20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2525 mm |