2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Lotus Evora 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 2012 Lotus Evora. 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 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mondeo | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
