2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea.
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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
