2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
