2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 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 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
