2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Retona |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |