2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 208 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
