2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 4 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 48 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 379 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
