1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 327 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Focus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
