2009 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Grandeur | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
