2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | S2000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |