1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 8 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 153 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 2004 Lexus SC 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 2004 Lexus SC. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mondeo | SC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
