2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
