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