2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 462 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
