1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 15 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Cube |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |