2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 705 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |