1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 126 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2003 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1476 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
