2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1116 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
