2007 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2007 Suzuki SX4 and 2007 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki SX4 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | SX4 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
