2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
