2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2006 Ford Mondeo and 2006 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 10 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |