2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 141 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |