2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |