2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. Both 2002 Ford Mondeo and 2001 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |