2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
