2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
