2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Elantra | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |