2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 595 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Sedona |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |