1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 22 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.
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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |