2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
