2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 17 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
