2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 Ford Mondeo and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 961 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondeo | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |
