2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Jimny and 2008 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 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 139 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 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Jimny | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
