2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |