1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 248 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
