1999 Honda Today vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 727 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2009 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Today | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |