2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Equator would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Equator | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | Equator | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |