2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo 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 38 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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 (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Echo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
