2009 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2009 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Opel Zafira | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Zafira | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |