2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |