2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 256 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.
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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |