2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2009 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |