2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1413 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 108 L |
