2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 974 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 Tundra 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 Tundra. 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |