2011 Ford F-350 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 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 2011 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-350 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
