2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mondeo | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
