2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Ford Edge

To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Ford Edge were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 262 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.

Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Ford Edge 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. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Mondeo 2009 Ford Edge
Make Ford Ford
Model Mondeo Edge
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1369 kg 1107 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 76 L


 

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