2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 395 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
