2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 478 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |