2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 5 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 343 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
