2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
