2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 157 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
