2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
