1995 Acura Legend vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Legend | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |