1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 13 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mondeo | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |