2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 8 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2013 Scion tC 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 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Mondeo | tC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
