2004 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura RSX | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RSX | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |