2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 353 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 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mondeo | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
