Stevenng Neutral Newbie February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 (edited) I've test driven both last weekend and to add some further info, here's my opinion: In terms of road holding, I can't fault both (Mondeo & Superb) - both are better than my current Cefiro. Engine noise - Superb is definitely more quiet - Mondeo has a more gruff sound but that kind of sound has been around Ford cars for the longest time. Nothing new on that for Mondeo but then again, no further improvement. Dashboard aesthetics - Mondeo's dashboard looks the same - the same one I saw about 3-4yrs ago. About as updated as my 5 yr-old Cefiro. As for the Superb, this is the 1st time I'm looking at it but it does not lose to the current VW Passat which I test-drove just the day before. Pickup - somehow the Superb seems to have more "room" to go faster. Not sure why - maybe it's the torque or the 7-Speed or whatever. You have to drive it to experience it yourself. The body/chasis - both are solid (of course more solid than my Cefiro) but the Superb's is definitely "heavier". If you like the old Volvo kind of "thunk", you'd like the Superb's. Oh yeah - one more thing; the Mondeo's steering column gets in the way of my knee. I don't have this problem with my Cefiro or the Superb but this is something that has been there in Ford cars (Focus/Mondeo) since quite some time now. That's definitely a big bummer for me - is it my unique leg anatomy or what?! Maybe you folks verify and tell me. Well. this is just my own 2 cents worth. Hopefully, all of you would go and actually test-drive both (on the same day - which I did) to make up your own mind. Now, if only I get some assurance on the after-sales for Superb.... Edited February 28, 2009 by Stevenng ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samshio 2nd Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 I've test driven both last weekend and to add some further info, here's my opinion: In terms of road holding, I can't fault both (Mondeo & Superb) - both are better than my current Cefiro. Dashboard aesthetics - Mondeo's dashboard looks the same - the same one I saw about 3-4yrs ago. About as updated as my 5 yr-old Cefiro. As for the Superb, this is the 1st time I'm looking at it but it does not lose to the current VW Passat which I test-drove just the day before. Hi Bro, which version of the mondy you tested, the trend or titanium ?? BTW : the Mk4 mondy only arrived on our shores in late 2007. Do you mean the mark 3 dashboard is the same ?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samshio 2nd Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 (edited) it seems that a lot of bros here tested mondy and superb recently. Can anyone tell me if the titanium mondy comes with IVDC suspension and does it come in metal trim or wood trim like the ghia ? Edited February 28, 2009 by Samshio Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver_blade Turbocharged February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 Titanium should be metal look-alike insert. Ghia is fake-wood trim. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samshio 2nd Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 Titanium should be metal look-alike insert. Ghia is fake-wood trim. thanks bro. didn't like the ghia wood trim Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevenng Neutral Newbie February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 (edited) I tested the Trend only and the Superb (not the Simply with the auto-park - may try that on the next test drive). Sorry - not familiar with the Mk4 panel. I agree perhaps dashboard is a matter of taste. I happen to prefer the Superb's to the Mondeo's. Of course the Passat's is also not bad. Anyone happen to know the difference between the 3 and 4? I didn't keep track of the different iterations so maybe there is a marked improvement in the display. BTW, I also happen to like the steering wheel on Superb - less busy and more functional. Ford is like typical American - more options but less on ergonomics. My 2 cents. Edited February 28, 2009 by Stevenng Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferraricalifornia 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 there didn't seem to be a servicing centre near the showroom... just saw the superb today...rather nice interior materials...but design could be better...really boring dash design from passat...passengers may fall to sleep...ywn.. the rear legroom is on par with the Mercedes S-Class, although i found shoulder room and headroom lacking...taking 3 full sized adults at the rear may be of a squeeze... 1.8TSI engine is a must for a car this sized...or else, it will go nowhere...7DSG meant to save fuel...performance wise, 8.6secs to 100 is considered average for me... for $89800, i'd rather invest my money in US, to get a Lexus LS460...for $97,000...more bling... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickensoup 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 Must talk in local terms. talking about US is irrelevant Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickensoup 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 the only car that i personally know that comes with soul is the alfa. The new 159 1.8T is round the corner. http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2009/01/alfa-...-new-200hp.html The 159 is rather small though it has got killer looking interior. Not Skoda Superb size. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferraricalifornia 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 i mean, if i have the money, i will do that...don't care which country i'm in... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sony 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 i mean, if i have the money, i will do that...don't care which country i'm in... but the fact is that we need to discuss in local terms.. otherwise, it serve no meaning Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samshio 2nd Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 I tested the Trend only and the Superb (not the Simply with the auto-park - may try that on the next test drive). Sorry - not familiar with the Mk4 panel. I agree perhaps dashboard is a matter of taste. I happen to prefer the Superb's to the Mondeo's. Of course the Passat's is also not bad. Anyone happen to know the difference between the 3 and 4? I didn't keep track of the different iterations so maybe there is a marked improvement in the display. BTW, I also happen to like the steering wheel on Superb - less busy and more functional. Ford is like typical American - more options but less on ergonomics. My 2 cents. oh, you didn't test the mark 4 then. you should, it's pretty good. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferraricalifornia 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 save your money then... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Contax 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 The 159 is rather small though it has got killer looking interior. Not Skoda Superb size. of course not , I'm trying to answer the question about 'soul' in the car .Not about comparing size or cost . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetabout777 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 I tested the Trend only and the Superb (not the Simply with the auto-park - may try that on the next test drive). Sorry - not familiar with the Mk4 panel. I agree perhaps dashboard is a matter of taste. I happen to prefer the Superb's to the Mondeo's. Of course the Passat's is also not bad. Anyone happen to know the difference between the 3 and 4? I didn't keep track of the different iterations so maybe there is a marked improvement in the display. BTW, I also happen to like the steering wheel on Superb - less busy and more functional. Ford is like typical American - more options but less on ergonomics. My 2 cents. It may be surprising to you, but the Mk4 Mondeo has no American genetics in it. Even the most fundamental aspect (platform) is designed for European models such as the S80 and S-Max. In fact, all Fords in Singapore are of European genetics, except probably the Ford GT in RM's showroom and the Ford Everest which SAF uses to replace the LR Defender. IMHO, I think there is a significant difference in American and European Fords. This is probably due to the differences in customers that both Ford divisions are targetting and hence the difference in product outcome. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetabout777 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 If i read his mind correctly, he's just trying to prove that even if A is a great car and everyone agree, utimately, people will still go to Car B coz B is a safer choice in everyone's perception. This is probably the same situation in Singapore's politics to a certain extent Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevenng Neutral Newbie February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 (edited) I did a bit of online searching and I think that I'd go try the Mondeo Titanium. However, my comment on the gruff noise on the Mondeo Trend still stands. The dashboard I saw on the Trend was like nothing I see in the brochures or the UK Ford Mondeo site (they don't sell Mondeo in the US) - the one in the brochures or website definitely look better. Does the Titanium offer memory seats, Bluetooth integration or GPS? (Superb also has a 30GB storage for MP3s) Regret I missed the Titanium at the last visit. Hope to catch it tomorrow or something. Edited February 28, 2009 by Stevenng Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferraricalifornia 1st Gear February 28, 2009 Share February 28, 2009 the only difference is rear side air-con vents, silver interior trim, 18inch unique Ford style sports rims, IVDC (Integrated Vehicle Dynamics Control), set the suspension to sport, or comfort...there isn't much of a difference... anyway, when the hype of the new mondeo was that it was as good to drive as the BMW 3-series, when we got there...it surely didn't handled as well, and the ride was harsh for me...it's a 5-series sized car, so no way, at least from physics front can it handle as well as the 3-series... the rear seats are spacious though...however, the doors are super thick, so getting in and out in tight carparks can be tricky... i like the soft-touch plastics though...really adds to the cabin ambience...Superb didn't really had thick doors...although interior shoulder room for both cars were the same- lacking... for both Superb and Mondeo...really wished for blistering performance to really have a full and comprehensive all-rounder... ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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