2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |