2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
