2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Magentis weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2006 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
