1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | CRX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |