2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
