2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc, 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1554 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |