2006 Toyota Aygo vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (143 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Aygo | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Aygo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
