2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 404 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
