2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2006 Kia Picanto and 2006 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 563 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 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Picanto | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
