2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1485 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
