2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 4 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Almera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
