1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 128 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 87 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
