1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |