2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |