2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |