2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 3 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
