2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
