2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Porsche 928
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 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 928. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
