2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |