2001 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
