2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Xterra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |