2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Kia Rondo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 2009 Kia Rondo.
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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo. 2009 Kia Rondo 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. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mondeo | Rondo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
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 | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |