2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |