2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
