2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo and 2008 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Jimny 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 (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |