1998 Lancia Dedra vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 406 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Dedra | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Dedra | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
