2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | NSX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |