2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 5 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Swift |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |