2009 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge 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 97 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Edge | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
