2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 244 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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 (220 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
