Peugeot 508 2014 vs Ford Mondeo 2014
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 285 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds | |
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Peugeot 508 is more dynamic to drive. Peugeot 508 and Ford Mondeo have the same engine power, but Peugeot 508 torque is 15 NM more than Ford Mondeo. Peugeot 508 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.0 | 3.6 | |
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The Ford Mondeo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Peugeot 508 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Peugeot 508 could require 60 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1800 km in combined cycle | 1750 km in combined cycle | |
| 1940 km on highway | 1900 km on highway | ||
| Ground clearance: | 146 mm (5.7 inches) | 128 mm (5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Peugeot 508 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Peugeot 508 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.83 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Peugeot 508 is 4 cm shorter than the Ford Mondeo, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Peugeot 508 is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 473 litres | 458 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1183 litres | 1356 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, Peugeot 508 has 15 litres more trunk space than the Ford Mondeo. The Ford Mondeo may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Ford Mondeo (by 173 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.2 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Peugeot 508 is 0.6 metres more than that of the Ford Mondeo, which means Peugeot 508 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`005 | 2`170 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 8800 | 10 200 | |
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