1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 659 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 2006 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
