2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 925 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |