2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 222 kg more than 1999 Lancia Dedra. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
