2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
