2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |