2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |