2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 242 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. 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 (178 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Venga |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
