2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Because 1995 Toyota MR2 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 1995 Toyota MR2. 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | MR2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |