1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 13 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 262 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
