2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V 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 11 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
