2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero is newer by 5 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 115 more horse power than 2011 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 347 kg more than 2011 Renault Sandero. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
