2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 773 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2013 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mondeo | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
