2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 4 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 439 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
