2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Endeavor | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
