2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 479 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
