1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 597 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
