2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Kia Spectra5
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra5 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra5.
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, 2005 Kia Spectra5 (180 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Spectra5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Kia Spectra5 | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Spectra5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |