2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 378 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.

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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2012 Ford Mondeo
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Grand Voyager Mondeo
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 179 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.6 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1632 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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