2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 9 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30.
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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mondeo | i30 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |