2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
