2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 382 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio.
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 (245 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
