2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Astra would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Mondeo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
