1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
