2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 699 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |