1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 14 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
