2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
