2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 394 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
