1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
