2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 489 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |