2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
