2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Stilo 2008 Ford Mondeo
Make Fiat Ford
Model Stilo Mondeo
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 58 L


 

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