2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
