2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 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 22 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 181 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
