2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 18 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 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2615 mm |