1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Previa |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |