1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 184 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Soul |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |