2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 541 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Yaris | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1363 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
