2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 152 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
