2007 Acura TL vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.

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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TL 2001 Ford Mondeo
Make Acura Ford
Model TL Mondeo
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 59 L


 

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