1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 2009 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Pickup | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
