1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 162 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
