2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mondeo | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |