2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Swift |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
