1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 9 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
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, 2008 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
