2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan 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 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 86 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. 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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
