1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1215 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mondeo | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 129 L |
