2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Renault Spider 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Spider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
