2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |