2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Ford Mondeo and 2004 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (180 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mondeo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
