1995 Infiniti J30 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Infiniti J30 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | J30 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |