2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mondeo | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |