2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 7 kg more 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 (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |