2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |
