2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1355 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 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2724 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5603 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2192 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1994 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3386 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
