2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 278 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
