2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
