2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 13 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1344 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
