2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |