2012 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2012 Ford Mondeo and 2012 Ford S-Max 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford S-Max weights approximately 202 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | S-Max |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |