2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2008 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Reno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 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 Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |