2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 569 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Yaris | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
