2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 2001 Honda S-MX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2001 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | S-MX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |