2009 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2009 Suzuki XL7 and 2009 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki XL7 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | XL7 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |