Yes we have expensice petrol, and really stupid emissions. But that is not the sole reason for the prevalence of 4 cylinder engines.
Vauxhall, citroen, Peugot, Alfa Romeo, BMW, VW, Seat, etc etc.
All companies based on the continent, most with considerable cheaper petrol, in all countries 4 cylinders are prevalent. Nearly all of the inline variety.
Yes we have windy roads, I learned to drive on them, learning how to shift, racing lines etc on the back roads of Scotland. You should come over for a really challenging drive!
The cars quoted that are V8 and V12's are nearlt always owned by gents, or ladies over the age of 50, whos idea of a challenging drive is finding a parking space in the local supermarket. The reason being rip off Britain, our cars are horrendously expensive, and are insurance system is dire. Example one of mates 18 just passed his test, 959CC Fiesta 1989 cars worth £500. Insurance quote 3rd party, £1300. Nearly triple the price of the car and that is only group 3. The cars you quoted are all group 20.
The Mondeo is an exceptional car, with many awards to its name. Its one of the best handling, reliability in its class.
Power wise, its not the fastest and Vtecs will eat it. But within the next month my power output will go from 134BHP to almost 215BHP, thats not including the NOS system I'm thinking about. Also some lightening will be going on as well.
Why do this to a family car I hear you ask? Because I want too, I enjoy it, I love going fast, and maybe my next car may be a high powered skyline, but for the moment I am more than happy (even with the 4" hole in my block).
I have no respect for the Zetec, is a stupid thing to say on a forum where most peeps have that engine!
