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 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 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 126 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1997 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
