2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 59 L |