2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Ford Taurus X were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mondeo | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |