2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 519 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mondeo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 15 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 | 1434 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
