2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
