2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2007 Ford Mondeo and 2007 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mondeo | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 84 L |