2004 Honda Element vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Element | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |