Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991)
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Ford Mondeo Mk3
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991)
Car A
Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991)
The Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) blends strong V6 performance with everyday usability at a price that represents good value in its segment. It’s quick and spacious, but its fuel use and FWD layout won’t suit every driver.
5 seatsSedanGasoline220 hp
Ford Mondeo Mk3
Car B
Ford Mondeo Mk3
A five-seat FWD Mondeo with a 500‑liter trunk, the Mk3 balances efficiency and practicality at a price that reads as good value in its segment. It suits budget-focused families and road-trippers who want responsive acceleration without premium trappings.
5 seatsSedanGasoline4-star safety8 L/100km
Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 40 / 56
City 34 / 39
Budget / value 57 / 65
Road trip 45 / 56
Performance 30 / 29
Cargo 26 / 28
Practical 36 / 43
Premium 22 / 25
Winter 18 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) · Orange = Ford Mondeo Mk3

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) Ford Mondeo Mk3
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Pros & cons

Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991)

  • Strong V6 punch: 220 hp and 7.0 s 0-100 km/h.
  • Good value in its segment for shoppers prioritizing performance.
  • 470 L trunk and five seats make packing and people-carrying easy.
  • Responsive acceleration aids confident passing and merging.

Ford Mondeo Mk3

  • Good value in its segment at a listed price of 25,000
  • Efficient for its class with combined consumption of 8
  • 500-liter trunk and five seats suit growing families and road trips
  • 0–100 km/h in 7.8 s supports confident merging and overtakes

Verdict

Pick Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Ford Taurus SHO (1989-1991) is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Ford Mondeo Mk3 if…
Performance & capability
Ford Mondeo Mk3 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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