2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mondeo | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
