2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Hilux |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |