2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 2001 Lexus LX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2001 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Lexus LX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mondeo | LX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |