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Ford Mondeo II Sedan 1.8 i 16V Duratec SCi (130 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Mondeo:
The Ford Mondeo is a Mid-size/large car that was manufactured and marketed by Ford across five generations of models from 1993 to 2022. As a self-declared world car, the Mondeo was intended to consolidate the European Sierra, the Telstar in Asia and Australia, and the Tempo/Mercury Topaz in North America. The first two generations used the CDW27 platform, the third-generation model used the EUCD platform, the fourth-generation used the CD4 platform, and the fifth-generation used the C2 platform....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Sedan Overview:
Ford Mondeo (II Sedan). With 175 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.9 l/100km). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 207 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 i 16V Duratec SCi (130 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for daily driving, but the SCi engine's direct injection technology was sometimes prone to issues.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol engine of its size, thanks to its advanced (for the time) stratified charge injection.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent driving dynamics and handling for a family car
- • Spacious and practical interior with a large boot
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on long journeys
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines available
- • Exceptional value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Certain diesel engines (early TDCi, DI) had known reliability issues (e.g., injectors)
- • V6 petrol engines can be very thirsty
- • Rust can be an issue on older models, particularly around wheel arches
- • Automatic transmissions can be less refined and efficient than manual counterparts
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Hatchback: 2002 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Mondeo |
| Generation: | II Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i 16V Duratec SCi (130 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 130 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.3 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 175 Nm @ 4250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CFBA More details about the engine CFBA |
| Engine displacement: | 1798 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 8.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 207 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4731 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1812 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1429 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2754 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1522 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1537 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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