2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Optima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |