2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
