2010 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 859 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 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2010 GMC Envoy 2012 Ford Mondeo
Make GMC Ford
Model Envoy Mondeo
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1576 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 70 L


 

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