2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 184 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2013 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |