2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 3 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1400 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 | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
