2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 1997 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Retona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |