2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 557 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
