2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 661 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mondeo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
