2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Scion tC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Scion tC has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Mondeo | tC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
