2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |