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), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 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 417 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.

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 1999 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1383 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 59 L


 

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