2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |