1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
