2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 606 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 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |
