2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |