2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 8 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 137 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mondeo | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 15.6:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |