1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 377 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
