2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 128 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |