2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 206 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |