1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
