2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1150 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
