2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
