2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
