2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 217 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
