2010 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 891 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Edge | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
