2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 937 kg more than 2000 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |