2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
