2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
