2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 876 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayenne | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
