2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
