2004 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Retona | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
