2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Carnival |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |