2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2010 Ford Mondeo and 2010 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.

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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford Mondeo 2010 Mazda 6
Make Ford Mazda
Model Mondeo 6
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1369 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1795 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 70 L


 

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