1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Titan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |