2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mondeo | LR3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |