2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mondeo | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |