1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 186 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Magna | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |