2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | FR-V | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
