2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. Both 2007 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Audi A4 are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 146 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 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mondeo | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
