2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
