2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |