2010 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2010 Ford Explorer and 2010 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 72 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Ford Explorer | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2021 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4912 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |