2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 4 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 4 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |