2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 331 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |