Ford Mondeo 2014 vs Peugeot 508 2014
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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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: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 180 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
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Ford Mondeo is more dynamic to drive. Ford Mondeo engine produces 17 HP more power than Peugeot 508, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Peugeot 508. Thanks to more power Ford Mondeo reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.1 | 4.9 | |
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The Ford Mondeo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Ford Mondeo consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 508, which means that by driving the Ford Mondeo over 15,000 km in a year you can save 120 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres | 72 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1530 km in combined cycle | 1460 km in combined cycle | |
| 1700 km on highway | 1840 km on highway | ||
| Ground clearance: | 128 mm (5 inches) | 146 mm (5.7 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: | 4.87 m | 4.83 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Ford Mondeo is 4 cm longer than the Peugeot 508, 2 cm wider, while the height of Ford Mondeo is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 458 litres | 473 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1356 litres | 1183 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Ford Mondeo has 15 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 508. This could mean that the Ford Mondeo uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Ford Mondeo (by 173 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 12.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Ford Mondeo is 0.6 metres less than that of the Peugeot 508, which means Ford Mondeo can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`270 | 2`075 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 10 200 | 8800 | |
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