2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1484 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
