2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Dacia Duster

To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Mondeo 2010 Dacia Duster
Make Ford Dacia
Model Mondeo Duster
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 215 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1369 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1822 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2673 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 7.5 L/100km


 

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