2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |