2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondeo | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
