2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 331 kg more than 2012 Fiat Albea. 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 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Mondeo | Albea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |