2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 996 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |