2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea. 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, 2008 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
