1998 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |