2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Hyundai Elantra are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | Elantra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |