1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 463 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
