2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. 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 148 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 388 kg more than 2011 Fiat Albea. 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 Ford Mondeo (180 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mondeo | Albea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
