2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
