2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 322 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mondeo | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |