2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Mustang 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 2011 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |