2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Honda S2000 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. 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 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |