2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 81 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |