1997 Ford Probe vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 254 kg more than 1997 Ford Probe.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Probe | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Probe | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |