1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Kia Shuma is newer by 7 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 13 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
