2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mondeo | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
