1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 7 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 12 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
