2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Multipla | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
