2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 276 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mondeo | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |