2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio. 2012 Kia Rio 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. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
