2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (194 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |