2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. 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 (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |