2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
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, 2005 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Reno |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |