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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 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 355 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 (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1581 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.6 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 | 1140 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
