2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Vectra would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Mondeo and 2004 Holden Vectra are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mondeo | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |