2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 774 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |