2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1013 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Versa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
