2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 483 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Ridgeline | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
