2000 Toyota GT1 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 639 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota GT1 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | GT1 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
