2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry. 2006 Toyota Camry 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. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
