2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 482 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Mondeo | Korando |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |