2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 206 kg more than 1995 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
