2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Jazz | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1047 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |