2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR-S would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Because 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 1999 Toyota MR-S. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | MR-S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
