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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (159 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. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
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 (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 73 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 | 2967 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1495 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
