2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |