2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 394 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
