2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 169 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |