2012 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
