2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Ford Mondeo 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. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
