2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 252 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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 (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |