2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo.
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 (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Rondo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |