2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 737 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondeo | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
