2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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 (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
