2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Samurai |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |