1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 37 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 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |