2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 244 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
