2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 407 kg more than 2000 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
