2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
