2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Reno |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |