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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 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 | 2522 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |