2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 203 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 2002 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
