2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |