2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
