2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 917 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |