2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |