2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 686 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |