2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1092 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 2013 Ford Expedition 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 2013 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
