2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 33 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |