2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
