2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 6 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. Both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2011 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 412 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.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
