1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 274 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 129 L |
