2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
