1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |