2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CR-V | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
