2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | SX4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |