1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 181 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |