2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 289 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Mondeo 2010 Honda Civic
Make Ford Honda
Model Mondeo Civic
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 1193 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4503 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1753 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 50 L


 

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