2009 Ford Edge vs. 2000 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2000 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Edge | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
