1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (132 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
