2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 11 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 910 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | F-450 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 142 L |