2004 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ka and 2004 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ka | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ka | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |