2011 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda CR-V | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | CR-V | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |