2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 598 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 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2013 Acura ZDX 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. 2013 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Mondeo | ZDX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2174 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1596 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |