2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 299 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |