2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 164 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 968 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |