2009 Ford Flex vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Flex | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
