2011 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. 2006 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Fiorino | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Fiorino | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
