2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sequoia | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |