2008 Ford GT vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
