2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 358 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | City |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |