2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Strada | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Strada | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |