2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Twin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Twin would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 909 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Twin |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 21 L |
