2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,964 cc, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mondeo | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2964 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
