2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 869 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.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-150 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |