2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 268 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 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 1988 Porsche 911. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |