2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 247 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |