2012 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 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 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
