2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Punto 2009 Ford Mondeo
Make Fiat Ford
Model Punto Mondeo
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1576 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 70 L


 

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