2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 5 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Picanto |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |