2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 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 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |