2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Sharan | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |