2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Accent. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (367 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
