2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 585 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
