2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 102 kg more than 1999 Rover 75.
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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mondeo | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
