2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Hilux | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |