2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2000 Kia Sportage and 2002 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2002 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
