2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
Because 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mondeo | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
