2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
