2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 28 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |