2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 5 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 278 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. 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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Mondeo | Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |