2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 158 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.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |