2007 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
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 (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TSX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
