1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Ford F-350

To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 394 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.

Because 2006 Ford F-350 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 2006 Ford F-350. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ford Mondeo 2006 Ford F-350
Make Ford Ford
Model Mondeo F-350
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.6 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 106 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1322 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2430 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 144 L


 

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