2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 502 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |