2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu YRV 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 666 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
