2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
