2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
