2012 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 188 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |