2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |