2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 4 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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 (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |