2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |