2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |