2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
