2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 186 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 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
