2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 174 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |