2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Honda Ridgeline were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |