2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Brilliance | Ford |
Model | BS4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |