2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 501 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer 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 2010 Ford Explorer. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
