2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 MG ZR
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 MG ZR were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 MG ZR. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 411 kg more than 2008 MG ZR. 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 (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 MG ZR | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mondeo | ZR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
