2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 231 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
