2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 234 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Insight |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |