2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Kia Shuma. 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Shuma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |