2012 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1192 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |