2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
