2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 612 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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 (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 32 L |
