1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Because 2005 Ginetta G34 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 2005 Ginetta G34. 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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Mondeo | G34 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
