2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 389 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
