2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |