2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Honda Today
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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 766 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Today |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
