2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 298 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Territory |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
