1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
