2005 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |