1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Bella | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
