2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
