2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Reno would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2007 Suzuki Reno are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 499 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Reno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
