1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Intrepid | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |