2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
