2001 Kia Shuma vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma. 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Shuma | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Shuma | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
