2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mondeo (280 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
