2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 161 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mondeo | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
