2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
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, both vehicles can yield 175 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
