2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 24 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.
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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
