1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 394 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Land Cruiser | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |