2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Mazda Protege

To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Mondeo 2000 Mazda Protege
Make Ford Mazda
Model Mondeo Protege
Year Released 2007 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 164 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85.1 mm
Top Speed 204 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1564 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm


 

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