2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 3 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 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |