2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 140 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Honda Accord 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
