2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Kia Sedona 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 Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mondeo | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
