2005 Suzuki Liana vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Liana | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | Liana | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |