2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2006 Ford Mondeo and 2006 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 3 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.
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 Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mondeo | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |