2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2006 Ford Mondeo and 2006 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |