1999 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |