2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 254 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |