2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |