2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
