2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster 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 (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
