2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 2006 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vivant | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
