2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Yaris | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1362 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
