Renault Talisman 2016 vs Ford Mondeo 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
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Renault Talisman is more dynamic to drive. Renault Talisman engine produces 45 HP more power than Ford Mondeo, whereas torque is 110 NM more than Ford Mondeo. Thanks to more power Renault Talisman reaches 100 km/h speed 2.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.6 | 3.8 | |
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The Ford Mondeo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault Talisman consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Talisman could require 120 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1100 km in combined cycle | 1650 km in combined cycle | |
| 1180 km on highway | 1800 km on highway | ||
| Ford Mondeo gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 128 mm (5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Talisman can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Talisman version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.50 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Renault Talisman and Ford Mondeo are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 572 litres | 488 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1681 litres | 1585 litres | |
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Renault Talisman has more luggage capacity. Renault Talisman has 84 litres more trunk space than the Ford Mondeo. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Talisman (by 96 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.6 meters | |
| Gross weight: | no data | 2`270 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 7800 | 7800 | |
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