2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (121 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2008 Lada 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Lada 21 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mondeo | 21 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 208 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |