2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 53 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mondeo | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
