2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 19 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
