2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | i10 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
