2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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 (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1975 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 | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |