2010 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | IS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
