2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 740 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sequoia | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 59 L |