2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 503 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |
