2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mondeo | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |