2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Mondeo 1998 Saab 05-Sep
Make Ford Saab
Model Mondeo 05-Sep
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 75 L


 

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