2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Bravo | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |