2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 658 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
