2010 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |