2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 8 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 217 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 (190 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Carens |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
