2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 28 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
