2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mondeo | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3060 mm |
