2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 281 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |