2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 40 kg more 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
