2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.

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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford F-350 2005 Ford Mondeo
Make Ford Ford
Model F-350 Mondeo
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1437 kg
Vehicle Length 5890 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3610 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 59 L


 

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