2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
