1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | 45 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
