1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 515 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 2010 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Mondeo | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
