2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 599 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 2008 GMC Savana 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 2008 GMC Savana. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mondeo | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |