2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec
To start off, both 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi and 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec. 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi | 2012 Ford Mondeo 2.3l Duratec | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |