Kia Optima 2015 vs Ford Mondeo 2014
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.7 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 141 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11 seconds | 12.1 seconds | |
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Kia Optima is more dynamic to drive. Kia Optima engine produces 26 HP more power than Ford Mondeo, whereas torque is 70 NM more than Ford Mondeo. Thanks to more power Kia Optima reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.4 | 3.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.5 l/100km | 5.6 l/100km | |
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The Ford Mondeo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Kia Optima consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Kia Optima could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Kia Optima consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1590 km in combined cycle | 1750 km in combined cycle | |
| 1700 km on highway | 1900 km on highway | ||
| 1070 km with real consumption | 1120 km with real consumption | ||
| Ford Mondeo gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 128 mm (5 inches) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.49 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Kia Optima is 2 cm shorter than the Ford Mondeo, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | 458 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1356 litres | |
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Kia Optima has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Kia Optima has 52 litres more trunk space than the Ford Mondeo. The Ford Mondeo may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Kia Optima is 0.7 metres less than that of the Ford Mondeo, which means Kia Optima can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`080 | 2`170 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Kia Optima scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 11 800 | 10 200 | |
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