1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2000 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
