2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 5 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mondeo | Exeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1395 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |