2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Caldina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |