2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 2000 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 572 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Retona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| 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 | 144 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
