1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Mondeo | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
