2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 2 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 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 14 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 526 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Mondeo | Kyron |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |