2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 6 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 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, 2009 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Venga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1710 kg |
