2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (180 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 985 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
