2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 163 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 Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |