2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Opel 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 32 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 (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
