2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 58 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |