1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 17 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 660 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 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mondeo | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 488 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2909 mm |