2000 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taurus | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
