2008 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
