2010 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | RAV4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |