2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra is newer by 7 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Spectra weights approximately 9 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
