2005 Marcos TS vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TS 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 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Marcos | Ford |
| Model | TS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
