2009 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Fit | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |