2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |