1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 121 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
