2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5. 2007 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 5 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
