1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. 1996 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
