1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6.
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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 1997 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Mondeo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
