2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 518 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
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 (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Carnival |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |