2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mondeo | Croma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
