2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |