2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 46 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |