1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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, 2007 Nissan Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Note |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
